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- 10. May 2024, 21:40
- Forum: Chuo Maglev Shinkansen (Tokyo - Nagoya - Osaka)
- Topic: [JP] Maglev line in focus as 6 enter race for governor of Shizuoka
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- Views: 29
[JP] Maglev line in focus as 6 enter race for governor of Shizuoka
Maglev line in focus as 6 enter race for governor of Shizuoka SHIZUOKA--A record high six first-time candidates are running in the election for governor of Shizuoka Prefecture to replace Heita Kawakatsu, who resigned after making offensive comments toward farmers and factory workers. The official c...
- 9. May 2024, 22:12
- Forum: Hyperloop concepts
- Topic: [DE] Inauguration of Hyperloop test track at Emden/Leer University of Applied Sciences
- Replies: 0
- Views: 102
[DE] Inauguration of Hyperloop test track at Emden/Leer University of Applied Sciences
Opening of GoTube at the Emden/Leer University of Applied Sciences The Emden/Leer University of Applied Sciences invites you to the inauguration of its Hyperloop test track. The university is proud to host a significant milestone in the history of its research on Hyperloop technology. A special eve...
- 7. May 2024, 12:39
- Forum: Chuo Maglev Shinkansen (Tokyo - Nagoya - Osaka)
- Topic: [JP] Yamanashi Prefecture and JR Tokai Agree to Collaborate on Regional Development Utilizing Linear Technology
- Replies: 0
- Views: 112
[JP] Yamanashi Prefecture and JR Tokai Agree to Collaborate on Regional Development Utilizing Linear Technology
Yamanashi Prefecture and JR Tokai Agree to Collaborate on Regional Development Utilizing Linear Technology 山梨県とJR東海、リニア活用の地域振興 協業で合意 Governor Kotaro Nagasaki of Yamanashi Prefecture and President Shunsuke Niwa of Central Japan Railway Company (JR Tokai) met at the Yamanashi Prefectural Office on Au...
- 30. Apr 2024, 15:35
- Forum: Chuo Maglev Shinkansen (Tokyo - Nagoya - Osaka)
- Topic: [JP] Financial Burden due to Maglev
- Replies: 0
- Views: 680
[JP] Financial Burden due to Maglev
JR Tokai President Says Financial Burden Will Be Eased Even if Linear Line Startup is Delayed At a press conference held on March 30, JR Tokai President Shunsuke Niwa stated that the financial impact of not opening the Linear Central Shinkansen (between Shinagawa and Nagoya) in 2027 "will be r...
- 25. Apr 2024, 18:38
- Forum: Chuo Maglev Shinkansen (Tokyo - Nagoya - Osaka)
- Topic: [JP] The Shizuoka Water & Maglev Tunnel Problem
- Replies: 170
- Views: 2002902
[JP] Nagasaki Governor: "Resume boring survey for linear central Shinkansen line as soon as possible"
Nagasaki Governor: "Resume boring survey for linear central Shinkansen line as soon as possible" Commenting on the suspension of the boring survey for the Linear Central Shinkansen Line in Yamanashi Prefecture due to machine maintenance, Governor Nagasaki said, "I want the survey to ...
- 23. Apr 2024, 11:53
- Forum: Chuo Maglev Shinkansen (Tokyo - Nagoya - Osaka)
- Topic: [JP] The Shizuoka Water & Maglev Tunnel Problem
- Replies: 170
- Views: 2002902
[JP] No new opening date given for Maglev line at this time
リニア2027年開業断念「落胆大きい」知事がJR東海・丹羽社長に直接伝える「早く開業時期を明らかに」と注文も No new opening date given for Maglev line at this time Governor of Nagano Prefecture Directly Tells President Niwa of JR Tokai: "It's Very Disappointing" to Abandon Linear Line to Begin Operations in 2027; Orders to "Reveal the D...
- 18. Apr 2024, 10:23
- Forum: Chuo Maglev Shinkansen (Tokyo - Nagoya - Osaka)
- Topic: {JP] Shizuoka governor's resignation may remove hurdle for maglev project
- Replies: 3
- Views: 643
[JP] JR Tokai: "Continuing to Communicate with the Next Governor of Shizuoka
JR Tokai's President: "Continuing to Communicate with the Next Governor of Shizuoka Linear Shinkansen On April 17, JR Tokai President Shunsuke Niwa declined to comment on the resignation of Shizuoka Prefectural Governor Heita Kawakatsu, who had opposed the start of construction of the Shizuoka...
- 13. Apr 2024, 11:41
- Forum: Chuo Maglev Shinkansen (Tokyo - Nagoya - Osaka)
- Topic: [JP] The Shizuoka Water & Maglev Tunnel Problem
- Replies: 170
- Views: 2002902
[JP] Linear Central Shinkansen Prefectural Expert Group Reiterates Request for Investigation of Upstream Area
Linear Central Shinkansen Prefectural Expert Group Reiterates Request for Investigation of Upstream Area At a meeting of the Prefectural Special Committee to Discuss the Impact of the Construction of the Linear Central Shinkansen on Shizuoka Prefecture, the prefectural government reiterated its req...
- 12. Apr 2024, 16:50
- Forum: Chuo Maglev Shinkansen (Tokyo - Nagoya - Osaka)
- Topic: {JP] Shizuoka governor's resignation may remove hurdle for maglev project
- Replies: 3
- Views: 643
[JP] Governor Kawakatsu's Resignation Does Not Clear the Way for Linear Projec
Governor Kawakatsu's Resignation Does Not Clear the Way for Linear Project; Real Test Comes After Construction of Shizuoka Construction Zone Begins On April 10, 2024, Shizuoka Prefecture Governor Heita Kawakatsu submitted his resignation to the chairman of the prefectural assembly, drawing critici...
- 8. Apr 2024, 12:37
- Forum: Chuo Maglev Shinkansen (Tokyo - Nagoya - Osaka)
- Topic: [JP] JR Tokai begins excavation of Aichi section 2 of the Linear Tunnel
- Replies: 0
- Views: 660
[JP] JR Tokai begins excavation of Aichi section 2 of the Linear Tunnel
JR Tokai begins excavation of Aichi section 2 of the Linear Tunnel . Shaft.JPG Meijo construction section" (March) to begin survey excavation (courtesy of JR Tokai). Source: https://www.nikkei.com/article/DGXZQOFD085HB0Y4A400C2000000/ Accessed: April 8, 2024 19:13 On April 8, JR Tokai announce...
- 4. Apr 2024, 14:08
- Forum: Chuo Maglev Shinkansen (Tokyo - Nagoya - Osaka)
- Topic: [JP] JR Tokai: No opening of Linear Central Shinkansen in 2027, as Shizuoka Pref. refuses to allow construction
- Replies: 4
- Views: 31723
[JP] construction in Yamanashi and Nagano to be completed in 2031
Linear Central Shinkansen "Partial construction in Yamanashi and Nagano to be completed in 2031." JR Tokai has announced that the "Linear Central Shinkansen" under construction will be completed in 2031 for part of the construction in Yamanashi and Nagano prefectures.JR Tokai an...
- 29. Mar 2024, 20:36
- Forum: Chuo Maglev Shinkansen (Tokyo - Nagoya - Osaka)
- Topic: [JP] JR Tokai: No opening of Linear Central Shinkansen in 2027, as Shizuoka Pref. refuses to allow construction
- Replies: 4
- Views: 31723
[JP] JR Tokai: No opening of Linear Central Shinkansen in 2027, as Shizuoka Pref. refuses to allow construction
JR Tokai: No opening of Linear Central Shinkansen in 2027, Shizuoka Prefecture refuses to allow construction to begin. JR Tokai has announced its intention to abandon the 2027 opening of the Linear Central Shinkansen, for which Shizuoka Prefecture has refused to allow construction to begin, as it h...
- 8. Mar 2024, 21:16
- Forum: USA Transport
- Topic: [US] Washington D.C. to Baltimore Maglev: Maryland leaders push back over funding
- Replies: 1
- Views: 2437
[US] Washington D.C. to Baltimore Maglev: Maryland leaders push back over funding
Maryland leaders push back over funding of high-speed rail from Washington D.C. to New York City There's a big plan to build a high-speed rail from Washington D.C. to New York City. [...] While many are in favor of the proposed Northeast Maglev train, Maryland leaders say they should not have to fo...
- 12. Feb 2024, 12:53
- Forum: Chuo Maglev Shinkansen (Tokyo - Nagoya - Osaka)
- Topic: [JP] The Shizuoka Water & Maglev Tunnel Problem
- Replies: 170
- Views: 2002902
Re: [JP] Governor Kawakatsu Meets with Director General of MLIT's Railway Bureau
静岡リニア、相次ぐ「新局面」はJR東海に朗報か Governor Kawakatsu Meets with Director General of MLIT's Railway Bureau Note: The following text refelcts the opinion of Mr. Naoki Osaka, reporter of Toyo Keizai, who is favour of an early opening of the LInear Maglev line Info based on Japanese Media. https://article.auone....
- 4. Feb 2024, 12:56
- Forum: Medium Speed / Urban Maglev
- Topic: [CN] Fenghuang Maglev in China’s Hunan Province
- Replies: 4
- Views: 5550
[CN] Fenghuang Maglev in China’s Hunan Province
Maglev Sightseeing Express Line Boosts Tourism in Fenghuang Ancient Town Note: Info is from a China state-affiliated media. . 24021144[1].jpg . A maglev train stops at the maintenance depot of Fenghuang maglev sightseeing express line at Fenghuang ancient town in Xiangxi Tujia and Miao Autonomous P...
- 26. Jan 2024, 15:20
- Forum: Chuo Maglev Shinkansen (Tokyo - Nagoya - Osaka)
- Topic: [JP] The Shizuoka Water & Maglev Tunnel Problem
- Replies: 170
- Views: 2002902
[JP] Progress Made on Linear Central Shinkansen Problem?
リニア中央新幹線の問題に進展か 静岡県が47項目の懸念について「具体的な解決策」を提示へ Progress Made on Linear Central Shinkansen Problem: Shizuoka Prefecture to Present "Specific Solutions" to 47 Concerns The problem of the Linear Central Shinkansen Line has yet to be resolved. Shizuoka Prefecture has announced that it will hold...
- 17. Jan 2024, 19:08
- Forum: Chuo Maglev Shinkansen (Tokyo - Nagoya - Osaka)
- Topic: Photo: Tokyo Shinagawa TBM launch shaft for the Maglev Chuo Shinkansen
- Replies: 8
- Views: 27191
Tokyo Shinagawa Construction progress
Tokyo Shinagawa Construction progress For the Linear Central Shinkansen between Shinagawa in Tokyo and Nagoya, tunnels are being dug more than 40 metres below the surface in Tokyo, Kanagawa and Aichi. The Kawasaki site, where excavation for the survey has been completed, was opened to the press. Th...
- 7. Dec 2023, 17:29
- Forum: Chuo Maglev Shinkansen (Tokyo - Nagoya - Osaka)
- Topic: [JP] Nagoya: Environmental Assessment of West Side of Nagoya Started
- Replies: 0
- Views: 3042
[JP] Nagoya: Environmental Assessment of West Side of Nagoya Started
Linear Central Shinkansen Line Environmental Assessment of West Side of Nagoya Started JR Tokai President Shunsuke Niwa announced at a press conference that the company has begun geological surveys and other "environmental assessments" for the opening of the west side of the Linear Centra...
- 15. Nov 2023, 13:25
- Forum: Chuo Maglev Shinkansen (Tokyo - Nagoya - Osaka)
- Topic: [JP] Kanagawa Linear Maglev Station (Hashimoto)
- Replies: 10
- Views: 8591
Re: [JP] Kanagawa Linear Maglev Station (Hashimoto)
New linear station, Sagamihara City development agreement, etc. to establish research base / Kanagawa JR Tokai, Kanagawa Prefecture and Sagamihara City signed a cooperation agreement on November 1 to develop the area around Kanagawa Station (tentative name) of the Linear Central Shinkansen Line. A...
- 13. Nov 2023, 17:52
- Forum: Chuo Maglev Shinkansen (Tokyo - Nagoya - Osaka)
- Topic: [JP] How many Maglev stops?
- Replies: 0
- Views: 4482
[JP] How many Maglev stops?
Perspectives missing from the debate on the revitalisation of the four linear 'intermediate stations' ' How many stops' is important to attract customers. The Ministry of Land, Infrastructure and Transport's estimate of the economic impact of increasing the number of stops on the Tokaido Shinkansen...
- 8. Nov 2023, 11:27
- Forum: Chuo Maglev Shinkansen (Tokyo - Nagoya - Osaka)
- Topic: [JP] Linear Maglev: Governors ask PM Kishida for support
- Replies: 1
- Views: 3359
[JP] Linear Maglev: Governors ask PM Kishida for support
Linear Shinkansen: Governors of Abe and four other prefectures ask PM Kishida for support The governors of the four prefectures where the intermediate station is to be built, including Nagano Governor Abe, met with Prime Minister Kishida and asked for clarification on the opening date and support f...
- 29. Oct 2023, 12:20
- Forum: Chuo Maglev Shinkansen (Tokyo - Nagoya - Osaka)
- Topic: [JP] How will Maglev affect the Southern Alps?
- Replies: 0
- Views: 4695
[JP] How will Maglev affect the Southern Alps?
Linear Maglev: How will it affect the Southern Alps? National Expert Panel to Prepare a Report Soon In addition to the problem of the Oi River's water resources, a major concern about the linear construction is the impact on the ecosystem of the Southern Alps, which is also recognized as a "U...
- 15. Oct 2023, 11:25
- Forum: Chuo Maglev Shinkansen (Tokyo - Nagoya - Osaka)
- Topic: [JP] Daiichi Minami-Goma Tunnel opened
- Replies: 0
- Views: 4666
[JP] Daiichi Minami-Goma Tunnel opened
Daiichi Minami-Goma Tunnel, the first completed tunnel of a magnetic levitation line in Japan, successfully opened. . 90775a99-5cd9-460e-aecc-d0948a81fe5e[1].jpg . Source: https://www.ftvnews.com.tw/news/detail/2023A14I08M1 Accessed; 2023-10-25 The Daiichi Minami-Guma Tunnel in Yamanashi Prefecture...
- 25. Sep 2023, 12:24
- Forum: ASIA
- Topic: [PH] Maglev for the Philippines?
- Replies: 0
- Views: 4392
[PH] Maglev for the Philippines?
Germany-based investor Siemens Transportation Group Inc., with a head office in Makati City, is proposing quieter and smoother magnetic levitation (maglev) trains instead of the conventional ones. Chief operations officer Cesar Capellan of the state-owned Panay Railways, Inc. (PRI) said Gustav Hein...
- 18. Aug 2023, 17:38
- Forum: Chuo Maglev Shinkansen (Tokyo - Nagoya - Osaka)
- Topic: [JP] 16 Neighborhood associations in proposed landfill site form think tank
- Replies: 12
- Views: 12782
[JP] Linear construction soil overburden
17 Aug 16:00. On 17 August, JR Tokai disclosed the overburden with safety measures to local government officials, appealing for its safety and asking for its acceptance by the local government. Some of the overburden from the construction of the Central Shinkansen Line contains naturally occurring t...
- 10. Aug 2023, 16:56
- Forum: Chuo Maglev Shinkansen (Tokyo - Nagoya - Osaka)
- Topic: [JP] Government urged to complete Maglev construction as soon as possible
- Replies: 24
- Views: 50345
Re: [JP] Government urged to complete Maglev construction as soon as possible
A general meeting of the Alliance for the Promotion of the Construction of the Linear Central Shinkansen, an organisation of local governments and business organisations in Aichi Prefecture, was held to discuss the early construction of the Linear Shinkansen. The meeting adopted a resolution calling...
- 7. Aug 2023, 13:07
- Forum: General maglev debate in China
- Topic: [CN] 650 km/h Guangzhou, Shenzhen, Hong Kong high-speed maglev
- Replies: 1
- Views: 2806
[CN] 650 km/h Guangzhou, Shenzhen, Hong Kong high-speed maglev
The city of Guangzhou, Shenzhen, and Hong Kong are planning a high-speed maglev train route with designed speed of 650 km per hour, said an expert at a forum held in Guanghzou, Guangdong province, on Aug 5. The maglev train plan aims to build a 30-minute traffic circle among the three cities, and a...
- 28. Jul 2023, 19:13
- Forum: Chuo Maglev Shinkansen (Tokyo - Nagoya - Osaka)
- Topic: [JP] Airport & Maglev?
- Replies: 0
- Views: 4701
[JP] Airport & Maglev?
An airport in Yamanashi Prefecture? The key is the "Linear Central Shinkansen" under construction On July 24, Yamanashi Prefecture began accepting applications for a trustee to conduct a feasibility study for the establishment of an airport in the prefecture. Currently, Yamanashi Prefectu...
- 18. Jul 2023, 15:28
- Forum: Chuo Maglev Shinkansen (Tokyo - Nagoya - Osaka)
- Topic: [JP] Linear Maglev lawsuit likely to be lost by plaintiffs
- Replies: 2
- Views: 3196
[JP] Tokyo District Court Rejects Suit to Revoke Approval of Linear Maglev Line
T okyo District Court Rejects Suit to Revoke Approval of Linear Maglev Line Tokyo, July 18, 2055: In a trial in which residents opposed to the Linear Central Shinkansen project connecting Shinagawa and Nagoya demanded that the government rescind its approval, claiming that the project "may have...
- 11. Jul 2023, 01:17
- Forum: USA: Baltimore - Washington Maglev Project
- Topic: [US] Westport-maglev land condemnation case set to head to jury trial
- Replies: 1
- Views: 7102
[US] Jury trial for Maglev-Westport condemnation lawsuit postponed
A trial in Baltimore City Circuit Court to determine whether a high-speed train will be built in Westport on land obtained through condemnation has been postponed. Judge Lawrence Fletcher-Hill on Monday rescheduled the case to Aug. 22 just as jury selection was set to begin downtown. Ray Jackson, p...
- 5. Jul 2023, 14:20
- Forum: Chuo Maglev Shinkansen (Tokyo - Nagoya - Osaka)
- Topic: [JP] Accused of ¥300m fraud - consultant's representative arrested.
- Replies: 0
- Views: 4739
[JP] Accused of ¥300m fraud - consultant's representative arrested.
Bought out linear overburden yard' - ¥300m fraud - consultant's representative arrested. 04 Jul 18:59 The head of a consulting company in Tokyo has been arrested by the Metropolitan Police Department for defrauding a company in Shizuoka Prefecture of 300 million yen by falsely claiming to acquire la...
- 27. Jun 2023, 17:04
- Forum: Chuo Maglev Shinkansen (Tokyo - Nagoya - Osaka)
- Topic: [JP] The Shizuoka Water & Maglev Tunnel Problem
- Replies: 170
- Views: 2002902
Re: [JP] Mayor Namba on Maglev Construction: "ensure smooth implementation"
Mayor Namba on Maglev Construction: "ensure smooth implementation" June 26, 11:49 AM. Shizuoka City Mayor Namba stated in his first general question at the City Council meeting since taking office that he will "take measures to ensure proper environmental impact assessment, smooth im...
- 24. Jun 2023, 14:13
- Forum: Chuo Maglev Shinkansen (Tokyo - Nagoya - Osaka)
- Topic: [JP] The Shizuoka Water & Maglev Tunnel Problem
- Replies: 170
- Views: 2002902
[JP] The Shizuoka Water & Maglev Tunnel Problem
Linear Tunneling Expert Panel Meeting Shows Effectiveness in Preventing Decrease in JR Tokai Flow At a meeting of national experts held on June 23 to discuss environmental protection in Shizuoka Prefecture in connection with the Linear Central Shinkansen tunnel construction project, the results of ...
- 23. Jun 2023, 11:27
- Forum: Chuo Maglev Shinkansen (Tokyo - Nagoya - Osaka)
- Topic: [JP] The Shizuoka Water & Maglev Tunnel Problem
- Replies: 170
- Views: 2002902
[JP] Maglev: JR Tokai begins discussions on dam proposal
JR Tokai begins discussions on dam proposal; Shizuoka Mayor says, "We should definitely go ahead with it." June 23, 2011, 3:59 p.m. JR Tokai announced on 22 June that it had begun discussions on a proposal to use a dam to reduce water intake by the same amount as the water that will flow ...
- 7. Jun 2023, 17:01
- Forum: Chuo Maglev Shinkansen (Tokyo - Nagoya - Osaka)
- Topic: [JP] The Shizuoka Water & Maglev Tunnel Problem
- Replies: 170
- Views: 2002902
[JP] Shizuoka: Linear Drilling Study "Should Proceed,"
Linear Drilling Study "Should Proceed," Opinion of Committee Members at Shizuoka Prefecture Subcommittee Meeting Shizuoka, Japan The Shizuoka prefectural government held a subcommittee meeting on June 7 to discuss the issue of the lack of construction on the Shizuoka section of the Linear...
- 30. May 2023, 18:11
- Forum: Chuo Maglev Shinkansen (Tokyo - Nagoya - Osaka)
- Topic: [JP] JR Tokai Unveils Yamanashi Prefecture Maglev Bridge
- Replies: 0
- Views: 4266
[JP] JR Tokai Unveils Yamanashi Prefecture Maglev Bridge
JR Tokai Unveils Yamanashi Prefecture Elevated Bridge for Linear Central Shinkansen Line On 30 May, JR Tokai opened the construction site of the Linear Central Shinkansen elevated bridge to the press for the first time. The 21 metre high structure is almost complete. The construction of the elevate...
- 20. May 2023, 12:28
- Forum: Chuo Maglev Shinkansen (Tokyo - Nagoya - Osaka)
- Topic: [JP] 16 Neighborhood associations in proposed landfill site form think tank
- Replies: 12
- Views: 12782
[JP] JR Tokai explains how to manage filling at National Linear Experts Meeting
JR Tokai explains how to manage filling at National Linear Experts Meeting On 16 May, a meeting of government experts was held in Tokyo to discuss environmental protection in connection with the construction of a tunnel in the Shizuoka construction zone of the Linear Central Shinkansen Line. This w...
- 17. May 2023, 12:12
- Forum: Personalities & Anniversaries
- Topic: [JP] JR Tokai Promotes Vice President Niwa to Next President
- Replies: 2
- Views: 4612
Re: [JP] JR Tokai Promotes Maglev Manager Takaaki Naganaga to CEO
JR Tokai Promotes Shizuoka Construction Office Manager of Linear Maglev Line to CEO At a press conference held on May 16, JR Tokai President Shunsuke Niwa announced a number of personnel changes, including the promotion of the head of the Shizuoka Construction Office for the Linear Central Shinkans...
- 17. May 2023, 12:06
- Forum: Chuo Maglev Shinkansen (Tokyo - Nagoya - Osaka)
- Topic: [JP] The Shizuoka Water & Maglev Tunnel Problem
- Replies: 170
- Views: 2002902
[JP] Yamanashi Governor: 'Linear drilling survey needed for scientific basis'
Yamanashi Governor: 'Linear drilling survey needed for scientific basis' 17 May 2023, 2:00 [Paid subscribers only]. Speaking at a regular press conference on 16 May, Governor Kotaro Nagasaki of Yamanashi Prefecture said that the borehole survey on the Yamanashi Prefecture side of the linear Central ...
- 11. May 2023, 15:19
- Forum: Chuo Maglev Shinkansen (Tokyo - Nagoya - Osaka)
- Topic: [JP] The Shizuoka Water & Maglev Tunnel Problem
- Replies: 170
- Views: 2002902
[JP] Shizuoka Prefecture reiterates request to JR Tokai over linear construction drilling
Don't excavate section up to 300m from prefectural border" Shizuoka Prefecture reiterates request to JR Tokai over linear construction drilling In response to the construction of the Linear Central Shinkansen Line, where the "high-speed long advanced boring survey" from the Yamanashi...
- 10. May 2023, 13:27
- Forum: Chuo Maglev Shinkansen (Tokyo - Nagoya - Osaka)
- Topic: Photo: Tokyo Shinagawa TBM launch shaft for the Maglev Chuo Shinkansen
- Replies: 8
- Views: 27191
[JP] Linear tunneling resumes in Tokyo and Shinagawa construction zone
Linear tunneling resumes in Tokyo and Shinagawa construction zone, JR Tokai On 10 January, JR Tokai resumed the excavation of an underground tunnel for the Linear Central Shinkansen near Shinagawa Station using a shield machine, which had been suspended since last spring. The company plans to excav...
- 6. May 2023, 09:34
- Forum: General maglev debate in China
- Topic: [CN] ... ultra-high-speed maglev train development
- Replies: 0
- Views: 5038
[CN] ... ultra-high-speed maglev train development
Cutting-edge technologies central to Chinese modernization By Alexander Ayertey Odonkor | chinadaily.com.cn In the latter part of April 2023, a scientific research team in China successfully completed the country's first full-size superconducting test run for an ultra-high-speed magnetic levitation...
- 4. May 2023, 13:36
- Forum: Chuo Maglev Shinkansen (Tokyo - Nagoya - Osaka)
- Topic: [JP] linear Maglev: A symbol of Japan's technological superpower?
- Replies: 0
- Views: 4386
[JP] linear Maglev: A symbol of Japan's technological superpower?
Linear Shinkansen Line: A "Glimmer of Hope" or a "Centrepiece of Infrastructure Export"? A symbol of Japan's technological superpower A glimmer of hope has appeared in the promotion of the Linear Central Shinkansen Line. While the construction of the 8.9-kilometre section of th...
- 4. May 2023, 13:27
- Forum: Chuo Maglev Shinkansen (Tokyo - Nagoya - Osaka)
- Topic: [JP] The Shizuoka Water & Maglev Tunnel Problem
- Replies: 170
- Views: 2002902
[JP] 93 m drilled in 5 days in Yamanashi
Linear tunnel construction: 93 m drilled in 5 days in Yamanashi Prefecture JR Tokai posted a weekly update on its website on the progress of the high-speed long advance boring in Yamanashi Prefecture for the construction of the Central Linear Shinkansen Tunnel until 3 April. 93 metres were drilled...
- 26. Apr 2023, 13:59
- Forum: Chuo Maglev Shinkansen (Tokyo - Nagoya - Osaka)
- Topic: [JP] The Shizuoka Water & Maglev Tunnel Problem
- Replies: 170
- Views: 2002902
[JP] JR Tokai seeks understanding of linear boring survey at prefectural expert group meeting
JR Tokai seeks understanding of linear boring survey at prefectural expert group meeting At a prefectural committee meeting to discuss the impact of the Linear Central Shinkansen construction on water resources in the prefecture, JR Tokai sought understanding for Governor Kawakatsu's request to sto...
- 24. Apr 2023, 14:20
- Forum: Hyperloop concepts
- Topic: [CN] Hyperloop Shanghai and Hangzhou?
- Replies: 0
- Views: 5589
[CN] Hyperloop Shanghai and Hangzhou?
Hyperloop Shanghai and Hangzhou? . 2023-04-24_Hyperloop CN.JPG . . Photo: China Aerospace Science and Industry Corporation Source: https://www.scmp.com/news/china/science/article/3217912/has-china-just-finalised-worlds-first-hyperloop-destinations Accessed 2023-04-24 China is likely to build its fi...
- 22. Apr 2023, 11:02
- Forum: Chuo Maglev Shinkansen (Tokyo - Nagoya - Osaka)
- Topic: [JP] Doubts about the Maglev project.
- Replies: 0
- Views: 4156
[JP] Doubts about the Maglev project.
JR Tokai's belief that Linear is 'absolutely necessary' is in trouble Wondering why it must coexist with the Tokaido Shinkansen line under a declining population . 2023-04-22_Japan.JPG . Source: https://toyokeizai.net/articles/-/666250 Accesssed 2023-04-22 Doubts have been raised about the Linear S...
- 14. Apr 2023, 09:35
- Forum: Chuo Maglev Shinkansen (Tokyo - Nagoya - Osaka)
- Topic: [JP] The Shizuoka Water & Maglev Tunnel Problem
- Replies: 170
- Views: 2002902
Re: [JP] The Shizuoka Water & Maglev Tunnel Problem
At a regular press conference on January 13, Governor Kawakatsu said of Mayor Namba, former Vice Governor of Shizuoka City, "He is a man of work. I look forward to seeing what he will do to address the city's issue of population decline," Governor Kawakatsu said at the press conference. At...
- 11. Apr 2023, 14:29
- Forum: Chuo Maglev Shinkansen (Tokyo - Nagoya - Osaka)
- Topic: [JP] New JR Tokai President Visits Shizuoka Gov. to discuss Maglev
- Replies: 1
- Views: 1961
Re: [JP] New JR Tokai President Visits Shizuoka Gov. to discuss Maglev
New JR Tokai president to visit governor to exchange views on linear railways? On 10 April, Shizuoka Prefecture announced that JR Tokai President Shunsuke Niwa will visit Governor Heita Kawakatsu on 12 April, in a speech following his appointment as president on 1 April, which will also be attended...
- 8. Apr 2023, 11:11
- Forum: Chuo Maglev Shinkansen (Tokyo - Nagoya - Osaka)
- Topic: [JP] Maglev 'delayed until after 2027'
- Replies: 2
- Views: 2190
Re: [JP] Maglev 'delayed until after 2027'
New JR Tokai president for new Linear Maglev: 'We will do our utmost to open the line as soon as possible' . K10014031201_2304061909_0406192730_01_02[1].jpg Source: https://www3.nhk.or.jp/news/html/20230406/K10014031201_2304061909_0406192730_01_02.jpg Accessed 2023-04-08 JR Tokai's new president, S...
- 4. Apr 2023, 01:08
- Forum: Chuo Maglev Shinkansen (Tokyo - Nagoya - Osaka)
- Topic: [JP] JR Tokai Maglev Marketing
- Replies: 1
- Views: 3188
[JP] JR Tokai Maglev Marketing
JR Tokai and Benesse to hold competition for a "Linear Dance" . 2303297002.png . Source: JR Tokai press release (in Japanese) Accessed: 2023-04-04 "Linear Dance" competition . 000042634.pdf . Source: JR Tokai press release (in Japanese) Accessed: 2023-04-04 English Translation o...
- 20. Mar 2023, 17:04
- Forum: Chuo Maglev Shinkansen (Tokyo - Nagoya - Osaka)
- Topic: [JP] The Shizuoka Water & Maglev Tunnel Problem
- Replies: 170
- Views: 2002902
Re: [JP] The Shizuoka Water & Maglev Tunnel Problem
Linear Expert Group JR Tokai Explains Upstream Dam Proposal to Basin Communities At a meeting of the Prefectural Special Committee to discuss the impact of the construction of the Linear Central Shinkansen on the water resources of the Oi River, JR Tokai expressed its desire to explain the start of...
- 18. Mar 2023, 14:22
- Forum: Chuo Maglev Shinkansen (Tokyo - Nagoya - Osaka)
- Topic: [JP] Lida City and Maglev Station Implementation impact
- Replies: 19
- Views: 19541
[JP] Iida City: Linear Central Shinkansen "Kazetsuzan Tunnel Kamigo Section" Briefing
Iida City: Linear Central Shinkansen "Kazetsuzan Tunnel Kamigo Section" Briefing On the evening of 17 March, JR Tokai held a briefing at the Kamigo Community Centre on the Kamigo section of the Kazetsuzan Tunnel (approx. 3.3 km) to be built west of the Linear Station. The plan is to use ...
- 14. Mar 2023, 16:05
- Forum: POLAND
- Topic: Polish startup Nevomo (Hyperloop)
- Replies: 21
- Views: 42593
[PL] [FR]: SNCF, Nevomo (Maglev)
SNCF signs MoU to explore use of maglev technology French national operator to evaluate benefits of Nevomo’s MagRail technology. “We have noticed the high technicality of Nevomo and consider that the proposed technologies are likely to advance the railway,” says SNCF innovation director, Mr Luc Lar...
- 13. Mar 2023, 14:55
- Forum: POLAND
- Topic: Polish startup Nevomo (Hyperloop)
- Replies: 21
- Views: 42593
[PL], [F] SNCF and Nevomo sign a cooperation agreement
France's national railway company SNCF and Nevomo sign a cooperation agreement in Paris 10.03.2023 Paris, 10 March 2023 – Nevomo, a European deep-tech company and France's national state-owned railway company SNCF, have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to evaluate the benefits of MagRail ...
- 13. Mar 2023, 13:35
- Forum: Chuo Maglev Shinkansen (Tokyo - Nagoya - Osaka)
- Topic: [JP] The Shizuoka Water & Maglev Tunnel Problem
- Replies: 170
- Views: 2002902
[JP] Photo: Shizuoka Water & Maglev Problem; Tashiro Dam
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Photo of the Tashiro Dam in Shizuoka prefecture
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Source: based on TBS NEWS DIG - Shizuoka Broadcasting Co., https://newsdig.tbs.co.jp/articles/-/375605?display=1 Accessed: Monday, 13 March 2023
Photo of the Tashiro Dam in Shizuoka prefecture
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Source: based on TBS NEWS DIG - Shizuoka Broadcasting Co., https://newsdig.tbs.co.jp/articles/-/375605?display=1 Accessed: Monday, 13 March 2023
- 13. Mar 2023, 12:58
- Forum: Chuo Maglev Shinkansen (Tokyo - Nagoya - Osaka)
- Topic: [JP] The Shizuoka Water & Maglev Tunnel Problem
- Replies: 170
- Views: 2002902
[JP] The Shizuoka Water & Maglev Tunnel Problem
「関係者と双方向のコミュニケーションとりたい」JR東海“田代ダム案”めぐり静岡県と応酬 リニア工事に伴う水の県外流出対策 JR Tokai and Shizuoka Prefecture have exchanged views on the Tashiro Dam proposal to prevent water from flowing out of the prefecture as a result of the Linear Line construction project. JR Tokai "wants to engage in two-way communica...
- 10. Mar 2023, 10:23
- Forum: Chuo Maglev Shinkansen (Tokyo - Nagoya - Osaka)
- Topic: [JP] 16 Neighborhood associations in proposed landfill site form think tank
- Replies: 12
- Views: 12782
[JP] Governor makes 10-point request to JR Tokai
Governor makes 10-point request to JR Tokai president for early clarification of Shinkansen opening date On 8 March, Governor Morikazu Abe met with JR Tokai President Shin Kaneko to exchange views on the ongoing construction of the Linear Central Shinkansen Line in the prefecture. He also asked the...
- 9. Mar 2023, 20:34
- Forum: Chuo Maglev Shinkansen (Tokyo - Nagoya - Osaka)
- Topic: [JP] Maglev 'delayed until after 2027'
- Replies: 2
- Views: 2190
Re: [JP] Maglev 'delayed until after 2027'
JR Tokai president Kaneko comments on the opening date of the maglev line When asked about the Linear Central Shinkansen timetable at a regular press conference on 9 September, JR Tokai President Shin Kaneko clarified the direction in which the timetable will be decided". He said: "We wi...
- 9. Mar 2023, 11:34
- Forum: Chuo Maglev Shinkansen (Tokyo - Nagoya - Osaka)
- Topic: [JP] Maglev 'delayed until after 2027'
- Replies: 2
- Views: 2190
[JP] Maglev 'delayed until after 2027'
リニア中央新幹線“2027年の開業は遅れる”JR東海が認める Linear Central Shinkansen 'delayed until after 2027', JR Tokai admits. JR Tokai has admitted that the opening of the Linear Central Shinkansen line in 2027 will be delayed. The construction of the Linear Central Shinkansen has been delayed due to the possibility that ...
- 9. Mar 2023, 00:04
- Forum: Chuo Maglev Shinkansen (Tokyo - Nagoya - Osaka)
- Topic: [JP] 16 Neighborhood associations in proposed landfill site form think tank
- Replies: 12
- Views: 12782
Re: [JP] Governor and JR Tokai Hold Top-Level Meeting on Linear Landfill Sites
Governor and JR Tokai Hold Top-Level Meeting on Linear Line: "Responding to Prefectural Fill Ordinance" on Disposal of Soil Remaining from Linear Line Construction JR Tokai President Shin Kaneko met with the Governor of Nagano Prefecture on March 8 to discuss the disposal of soil left ov...
- 2. Mar 2023, 15:42
- Forum: Chuo Maglev Shinkansen (Tokyo - Nagoya - Osaka)
- Topic: JR Tokai to offer Maglev test rides
- Replies: 3
- Views: 3394
[JP] JR Tokai Maglev test rides
Linear Test Revealed - JR Tokai . 0044547302[1].jpg An improved test car of the Linear Central Shinkansen Line was shown to the press in Tsuru City, Yamanashi Prefecture, on the afternoon of 2 March. Source: https://www.jiji.com/news/photos/photo_news/images/658/0044547302.jpg Accessed: 2023-03-02 ...
- 22. Feb 2023, 23:53
- Forum: Chuo Maglev Shinkansen (Tokyo - Nagoya - Osaka)
- Topic: [JP] The Shizuoka Water & Maglev Tunnel Problem
- Replies: 170
- Views: 2002902
Re: [JP] Shizuoka prefecture asks JR Tokai to stop geological test boring
Shizuoka prefecture asks JR Tokai to reconsider plan for geological probe On February 22, Shizuoka Prefecture requested that JR Tokai reconsider its plan to conduct a geological survey of the Southern Alps Tunnel for the linear central Shinkansen maglev line in Yamanashi Prefecture. Source: https:...
- 21. Feb 2023, 00:24
- Forum: Chuo Maglev Shinkansen (Tokyo - Nagoya - Osaka)
- Topic: [JP] The Shizuoka Water & Maglev Tunnel Problem
- Replies: 170
- Views: 2002902
[JP] Shizuoka: Linear geological exploration in Yamanashi starts on February 21.
Linear geological exploration in Yamanashi starts on February 21. On 20 January, JR Tokai announced that it would start a boring investigation on 21 January to check the geological and groundwater conditions up to the border with Shizuoka Prefecture for the Southern Alps Tunnel excavation work bein...
- 19. Feb 2023, 13:41
- Forum: Chuo Maglev Shinkansen (Tokyo - Nagoya - Osaka)
- Topic: [JP] JR Tokai Posts "Restrictive Practices" at Linear Briefing Site, Iida City Chairman: "We Don't Trust Residents"
- Replies: 2
- Views: 2997
[JP] JR Tokai Posts "Restrictive Practices"
JR Tokai once caused a problem when i t posted a warning sign at a local residents' information meeting about the construction of a station in the prefecture for the Linear Central Shinkansen line. The warning included bringing in hazardous materials, demonstrating, sit-ins and singing the Houka (J...
- 16. Feb 2023, 16:07
- Forum: Chuo Maglev Shinkansen (Tokyo - Nagoya - Osaka)
- Topic: [JP] 16 Neighborhood associations in proposed landfill site form think tank
- Replies: 12
- Views: 12782
Re: [JP] 16 Neighborhood associations in proposed landfill site form think tank
A group of local residents held a press conference on 16 November to formally express their opposition to the construction of a landfill site for excess soil from the construction of the Linear Central Shinkansen tunnel planned by JR Tokai in Mitake City. JR Tokai is in talks with Mitake City regard...
- 12. Feb 2023, 12:15
- Forum: Chuo Maglev Shinkansen (Tokyo - Nagoya - Osaka)
- Topic: [JP] Maglev Station impact on Ina valley and Iijiima Town
- Replies: 1
- Views: 2140
Re: [JP] Maglev Station impact on Ina valley and Iijiima Town
Ina Valley Local Governments Meeting to Promote the Linear Central Shinkansen Line for Regional Development Ina Valley Local Governments Meeting to Promote the Linear Central Shinkansen Line for Regional Development held online at the Ina Joint Government Building. The meeting was attended by 12 pe...
- 27. Jan 2023, 12:31
- Forum: Hyperloop concepts
- Topic: [CN] China completes first test of its Hyperloop
- Replies: 3
- Views: 6899
[CN] China completes first test of its Hyperloop
China "successfully" completes first test of its Hyperloop China has just completed the first tests with its Hyperloop, a new form of ground transport that could potentially see passengers traveling at over 700 mph (1100 km/h) in floating pod which races along inside giant low-pressure tu...
- 26. Jan 2023, 12:14
- Forum: Chuo Maglev Shinkansen (Tokyo - Nagoya - Osaka)
- Topic: [JP] Linear Central Shinkansen Tunnel Construction Affects Tourism Industry.
- Replies: 0
- Views: 2585
[JP] Linear Central Shinkansen Tunnel Construction Affects Tourism Industry.
Linear Central Shinkansen Tunnel Construction Affects Tourism Industry...Requests Governor to Widen Roads and Support Tourism due to Increase in Construction Vehicles and "Deterioration of Road Environment" Oshika Village, Nagano Officials from Oshika Village in Nagano Prefecture have req...
- 24. Jan 2023, 12:35
- Forum: Chuo Maglev Shinkansen (Tokyo - Nagoya - Osaka)
- Topic: [JP] The Shizuoka Water & Maglev Tunnel Problem
- Replies: 170
- Views: 2002902
[JP] Governor Kawakatsu: Letter to Prime Minister Kishida Requesting Details of Study
リニア新幹線 川勝知事 岸田首相に調査の内容など要望の手紙 Linear Shinkansen: Governor Kawakatsu: Letter to Prime Minister Kishida Requesting Details of Study Regarding the Linear Central Shinkansen, Prime Minister Kishida has announced that he plans to compile the results of a study by the end of this summer on how to increas...
- 22. Jan 2023, 11:59
- Forum: Chuo Maglev Shinkansen (Tokyo - Nagoya - Osaka)
- Topic: [JP] The Shizuoka Water & Maglev Tunnel Problem
- Replies: 170
- Views: 2002902
Re: [JP] The Shizuoka Water & Maglev Tunnel Problem
リニア大井川水問題 JRの十分な説明なく 田代ダム案、議論加速を【解説・主張しずおか】 Linear Oigawa River water problem without sufficient explanation by JR: Tashiro Dam proposal, debate must be accelerated Info by Political Affairs Department, Mr. Takaya Ohara The JR Tokai's April 2022 proposal to reduce the intake of water from the Tashi...
- 16. Jan 2023, 12:53
- Forum: Chuo Maglev Shinkansen (Tokyo - Nagoya - Osaka)
- Topic: [JP] Lida City and Maglev Station Implementation impact
- Replies: 19
- Views: 19541
[JP] Lida City and Maglev Station Implementation impact
The linear train will connect Shinagawa and Nagoya in about 40 minutes at the fastest. It is expected that the linear train will connect Shinagawa and Iida in about 46 minutes and Iida and Nagoya in about 24 minutes, even if it stops at every station. The time required between Iida and Tokyo or Nago...
- 14. Jan 2023, 21:27
- Forum: Chuo Maglev Shinkansen (Tokyo - Nagoya - Osaka)
- Topic: [JP] The Shizuoka Water & Maglev Tunnel Problem
- Replies: 170
- Views: 2002902
[JP] The national expert panel on the Linear Central Shinkansen tunnel construction
Following the presentation of the future issues to be discussed by a national expert panel on the Linear Central Shinkansen tunnel construction project, an exchange of opinions was held at the prefectural government's expert panel to discuss environmental conservation in the prefecture. In December,...
- 9. Jan 2023, 13:46
- Forum: Chuo Maglev Shinkansen (Tokyo - Nagoya - Osaka)
- Topic: [JP] Kanagawa Linear Maglev Station (Hashimoto)
- Replies: 10
- Views: 8591
[JP] Kanagawa Linear Maglev Station (Hashimoto) January 2023
[JP] Kanagawa Linear Maglev Station (Hashimoto) in January 2023 . 2023-01-09_kanagwa.JPG . Kanagawa Station (tentative name) of the Linear Central Shinkansen Line under construction near Hashimoto Station in Sagamihara City Source: https://www.tokyoheadline.com/669989/ Accessed 2023-01-09 . 2023-01...
- 1. Jan 2023, 17:06
- Forum: POLAND
- Topic: Polish startup Nevomo (Hyperloop)
- Replies: 21
- Views: 42593
Re: [PL] Polish startup Nevomo (Hyperloop)
Stefan Kirch, CBDO of Nevomo took part at 2nd European Hyperloop Symposium organized in Brussels by Institute of Hyperloop Technology in November 2022. We explained how the next generation of high-speed rail (MagRail) will improve the quality, speed, and comfort of the passenger travel in Europe an...
- 1. Jan 2023, 17:04
- Forum: Chuo Maglev Shinkansen (Tokyo - Nagoya - Osaka)
- Topic: [JP] Maglev Station impact on Ina valley and Iijiima Town
- Replies: 1
- Views: 2140
[JP] Maglev Station impact on Ina valley and Iijiima Town
Maglev Station impact on Ina valley and Iijiima Town Ina Valley has become a region with great expectations for development in the near future with the opening of the Chuo Linear Shinkansen and the San-ton Nanshin Expressway, which will run through the Southern Alps and the Central Alps. For exampl...
- 31. Dec 2022, 21:18
- Forum: Chuo Maglev Shinkansen (Tokyo - Nagoya - Osaka)
- Topic: [JP] The Shizuoka Water & Maglev Tunnel Problem
- Replies: 170
- Views: 2002902
[JP] The Shizuoka Water & Maglev Tunnel Problem
On December 21m 2022, President Kaneko commented: "At this point, I cannot say when the Linear Central Shinkansen will begin operation, because construction of the Shizuoka construction zone cannot begin due to opposition from Shizuoka Prefecture. I am sorry for the people in the various prefec...
- 27. Dec 2022, 11:12
- Forum: Chuo Maglev Shinkansen (Tokyo - Nagoya - Osaka)
- Topic: [JP] Will Shinkansen be Eliminated by Maglev in Shizuoka?
- Replies: 1
- Views: 2148
[JP] Will Shinkansen be Eliminated by Maglev in Shizuoka?
リニアが開業すれば新幹線の静岡「通過」はなくなる? 国交省調査へ Will Shinkansen "Passing through" Shizuoka be Eliminated When Linear Line Starts? Ministry of Land, Infrastructure, Transport and Tourism to Investigate by Shinya Matsumoto December 27, 2022 3:32 pm Regarding the Linear Central Shinkansen project, Ministe...
- 24. Dec 2022, 14:45
- Forum: Chuo Maglev Shinkansen (Tokyo - Nagoya - Osaka)
- Topic: [JP] The Shizuoka Water & Maglev Tunnel Problem
- Replies: 170
- Views: 2002902
[JP] JR Tokai: Video about the Shizuoka Water & Maglev Tunnel Problem
アニメーション動画「南アルプストンネルの概要(静岡県内)やトンネル内に湧き出る水を大井川に戻す方法」(2022年12月22日) Animated video "Overview of the Southern Alps Tunnel (in Shizuoka Prefecture) and how to return water from the tunnel to the Oi River" (December 22, 2022) . Shizuoka JR Tokai.JPG . Screenshot from https://www.youtube.com/watch...
- 18. Dec 2022, 18:10
- Forum: Chuo Maglev Shinkansen (Tokyo - Nagoya - Osaka)
- Topic: Nagano Station development plan
- Replies: 7
- Views: 7400
[JP] Groundbreaking Ceremony for Linear Nagano Station to be Held on December 22, 2022
Groundbreaking Ceremony for Linear Nagano Station to be Held on December 22, 2022 On December 22, JR Tokai will hold a groundbreaking ceremony in Iida City to pray for the safety of the Nagano Station (tentative name) of the Linear Central Shinkansen Line. This will be a milestone in the constructi...
- 15. Dec 2022, 13:11
- Forum: Chuo Maglev Shinkansen (Tokyo - Nagoya - Osaka)
- Topic: [JP] Rallies against JR Tokai Maglev
- Replies: 4
- Views: 4395
[JP] Rallies against JR Maglev
無謀リニア中止すべき 共産三重県委、県予算編成に要望 "Reckless Linear Linear Project Must Be Canceled": Mie Prefectural Committee of the Communist Party Requests Prefectural Budget Compilation On December 14, the Mie Prefectural Committee of the Communist Party submitted a written request to the prefectural govern...
- 10. Dec 2022, 21:10
- Forum: Chuo Maglev Shinkansen (Tokyo - Nagoya - Osaka)
- Topic: [JP] JR Tokai looks for new ways to promote the Chuo Maglev
- Replies: 2
- Views: 2669
[JP] JR Tokai looks for new ways to promote the Chuo Maglev
JR東海 リニア計画などの情報提供 都内で「オープンハウス型」説明会 JR Tokai to Provide Information on Linear Project, etc. "Open House Type" Information Session in Tokyo . CNTS2022121000029_M[1].jpg A model of a large excavator (center) was displayed at an open house type information session in Shinagawa Ward, Tokyo, on...
- 6. Dec 2022, 17:42
- Forum: Chuo Maglev Shinkansen (Tokyo - Nagoya - Osaka)
- Topic: JR Maglev cost increase: Stop the project! (?)
- Replies: 3
- Views: 4167
[JP] JR Maglev: Stop the project! (?)
Mr. Shii (Communist Party of Japan) criticized the Linear Central Shinkansen project, saying, "Can we allow the central government and the prefecture to run amok in unison?" He pointed out the following problems: (1) electricity consumption three to four times that of the Shinkansen, (2) e...
- 4. Dec 2022, 21:44
- Forum: Chuo Maglev Shinkansen (Tokyo - Nagoya - Osaka)
- Topic: [JP] The Shizuoka Water & Maglev Tunnel Problem
- Replies: 170
- Views: 2002902
[JP] The Shizuoka Water & Maglev Tunnel Problem
On March 3, a meeting was held in Shimada City to discuss water issues in the middle and lower reaches of the Oigawa River in connection with the construction of the Linear Central Shinkansen Tunnel. The committee members explained that it was "an effective survey" and that they were gene...
- 30. Nov 2022, 12:33
- Forum: Chuo Maglev Shinkansen (Tokyo - Nagoya - Osaka)
- Topic: [JP] The Shizuoka Water & Maglev Tunnel Problem
- Replies: 170
- Views: 2002902
[JP] The Shizuoka Water & Maglev Tunnel Problem
リニア中央新幹線 ダム水利権協議会 “取水量の削減可能” Linear Central Shinkansen Dam Water Rights Council "Reduction in water withdrawal possible." A meeting was held to discuss water rights for a dam upstream on the Oigawa River, where JR Tokai has proposed a plan to curtail water intake for hydropower generation...
- 27. Nov 2022, 23:26
- Forum: Chuo Maglev Shinkansen (Tokyo - Nagoya - Osaka)
- Topic: Nagano Station development plan
- Replies: 7
- Views: 7400
[JP[ Nagano Prefecture Evaluation Committee Complains about JR Report
Nagano Prefecture Evaluation Committee Complains about JR Report, Linear Environment Survey / Nagano On November 24, Nagano Prefecture held an environmental impact assessment technical committee meeting made up of experts. The committee received a report on an environmental survey conducted by JR ...
- 25. Nov 2022, 14:23
- Forum: Fundamental issues relating to mobility, transport and Maglev
- Topic: Maglevs pick up where hovertrains falter
- Replies: 1
- Views: 4054
Maglevs pick up where hovertrains falter
The hovertrain led to one unique offshoot that can still be seen today, however. The maglev train is essentially a hovertrain concept that uses magnets instead of air currents to lift the vehicle off the track and propel it along its voyage. Mustard notes that maglev trains were already in developm...
- 25. Nov 2022, 14:21
- Forum: USA: Baltimore - Washington Maglev Project
- Topic: [US] Northeast Maglev launches STEAM enrichment program
- Replies: 1
- Views: 4240
[US] Northeast Maglev launches STEAM enrichment program
Northeast Maglev launches STEAM enrichment program Northeast Maglev teamed up with Restoring Inner-City Hope (RICH) to launch the program, hosting third-, fourth- and fifth-grade students at the RICH headquarters in the south Baltimore neighborhood of Cherry Hill. The event was part of Northeast Ma...
- 25. Nov 2022, 14:18
- Forum: THE AMERICAS
- Topic: [Co] Maglev Cargo for Panama Canal seeks to raise funds
- Replies: 0
- Views: 4142
[Co] Maglev Cargo for Panama Canal seeks to raise funds
Zergratran SA aims to raise $75 million in funding as its initial step to build an alternative to the Panama Canal for shipping containers. More specifically, Puerto Internacional Las Americas (PILA) is planned to be an underground tunnel that uses magnetic levitation ( maglev ) technology system t...
- 19. Nov 2022, 18:09
- Forum: Chuo Maglev Shinkansen (Tokyo - Nagoya - Osaka)
- Topic: [JP] Government urged to complete Maglev construction as soon as possible
- Replies: 24
- Views: 50345
Re: [JP] Government urged to complete Maglev construction as soon as possible
リニア2037年全線開業へ早期着工求める決議 - 建設促進奈良県期成同盟会が総会 Nara Prefectural Alliance to Promote Construction of Linear Line to Begin Full Operations in 2037 - General Meeting of the Nara Prefectural Alliance to Promote Construction The Nara Prefectural Alliance to Promote the Construction of the Linear Shinkansen L...
- 12. Nov 2022, 14:07
- Forum: Chuo Maglev Shinkansen (Tokyo - Nagoya - Osaka)
- Topic: [JP] 16 Neighborhood associations in proposed landfill site form think tank
- Replies: 12
- Views: 12782
[JP] Government hid choice of soil disposal site for six years
リニア残土置き場に重要湿地 岐阜・御嵩町、国選定を6年非公表 Critical wetlands for the linear-related sediment disposal site have not been made public in the six years since the government selected the site. On the evening of November 10, the town of Mitake, Gifu Prefecture, announced that an "important wetland" selec...
- 6. Nov 2022, 21:48
- Forum: Hyperloop concepts
- Topic: [US] Elon Musk's First Hyperloop Tunnel Is Now A Parking Lot
- Replies: 1
- Views: 3874
Re: [US] Elon Musk's First Hyperloop Tunnel Is Now A Parking Lot
The first prototype of the Hyperloop tunnel isn’t going to expire. The 1.5-kilometer steel pipe was dismantled in Hawthorne, California. This parking lot will be used for spaceX employees, Bloomberg reports. [...] According to Erik Wright, who acted as a contractor with the build of the test tunnel...
- 4. Nov 2022, 22:22
- Forum: Hyperloop concepts
- Topic: [US] Elon Musk's First Hyperloop Tunnel Is Now A Parking Lot
- Replies: 1
- Views: 3874
[US] Elon Musk's First Hyperloop Tunnel Is Now A Parking Lot
Elon Musk's First Hyperloop Tunnel Is Gone; Now A Parking Lot By Dr. Katie Spalding https://www.iflscience.com/dr-katie-spalding Accessed: 2022-11-04 Ever since Musk took to Twitter in 2016 to float the idea of building a giant tunnel under Los Angeles to avoid traffic, his “hyperloop” project has ...
- 4. Nov 2022, 11:41
- Forum: Chuo Maglev Shinkansen (Tokyo - Nagoya - Osaka)
- Topic: Mie Prefecture Sets Up 'Linear Propulsion Headquarters' to Evaluate Potential Station Sites
- Replies: 4
- Views: 3902
[JP] Three Maglev Station candidate sites in Mie Prefecture
リニア「亀山市内3エリアを駅候補地」JRに要望の決議を採択 Three Maglev Station candidate sites in Mie Prefecture On April 4, the Mie Prefectural Alliance for the Early Construction of the Linear Central Shinkansen Line held an extraordinary general meeting in Tsu City, and adopted a resolution to be submitted to JR Tokai and ...
- 2. Nov 2022, 23:37
- Forum: POLAND
- Topic: Polish startup Nevomo (Hyperloop)
- Replies: 21
- Views: 42593
[PL] Nevomo "gets €5M to develop 550km/h maglev rail"
Nevomo, a Polish deep-tech company developing the next generation of high-speed rails has secured €5 million in funding in a bridge round from EIT InnoEnergy, Hutter Private Equity, ValueTech Seed, and Seedrs. The company will use the funds to accelerate its hyperloop-inspired MagRail technology ro...
- 2. Nov 2022, 23:33
- Forum: Chuo Maglev Shinkansen (Tokyo - Nagoya - Osaka)
- Topic: [JP] The Shizuoka Water & Maglev Tunnel Problem
- Replies: 170
- Views: 2002902
[JP] Governor Kawakatsu Test Rides Linear Line in Yamanashi
川勝知事 山梨でリニア試乗 提案から一転“部分開業困難” Governor Kawakatsu Test Rides Linear Line in Yamanashi, Says Partial Opening Difficult Governor Kawakatsu of Shizuoka Prefecture, who does not approve the construction of the Linear Central Shinkansen line in his prefecture, visited an experimental center in Yamanashi P...
- 30. Oct 2022, 23:54
- Forum: Chuo Maglev Shinkansen (Tokyo - Nagoya - Osaka)
- Topic: [JP] JR Tokai looks for new ways to promote the Chuo Maglev
- Replies: 2
- Views: 2669
[JP] JR Tokai looks for new ways to promote the Chuo Maglev
静岡ゆかりのYouTuber・はじめしゃちょー、リニア実験線を“貸切”に 経緯をJR東海に聞く . youtube-1[1].jpg Source: https://www.traicy.com/posts/20221029253414/ Accessed: 2022-10-30 A video of the "L0 series" superconducting linear train, which is currently undergoing test runs in preparation for the opening of the Linear Centra...
- 24. Oct 2022, 13:02
- Forum: General maglev debate in China
- Topic: [CN] China’s ‘Electromagnetic Sled’ Is Almost Supersonic
- Replies: 1
- Views: 3785
[CN] China’s ‘Electromagnetic Sled’ Is Almost Supersonic
China’s ‘Electromagnetic Sled’ Is Almost Supersonic China has achieved another first in high-speed rail technology. After operating the world’s fastest commercial maglev train since 2003, China is now testing a much faster system that is reportedly approaching more than 80% of the speed of sound. K...
- 24. Oct 2022, 12:56
- Forum: Conferences & Events
- Topic: The 2022 Maglev Online Conference, Oct. 18 & 19, 2022
- Replies: 3
- Views: 5656
Re: The 2022 Maglev Online Conference, Oct. 18 & 19, 2022
The 25th International Conference on Magnetically Levitated Systems and Linear Drives (MAGLEV 2022) opened in Changsha on the evening of October 18. The two-day conference was hosted by the Hunan Rail Transit Holding Group (HNRT), Tongji University, and the International Maglev Board (IMB). Themed ...
- 7. Oct 2022, 22:56
- Forum: Hyperloop concepts
- Topic: TUM hyperloop
- Replies: 7
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[DE] TUM hyperloop
Groundbreaking for TUM Hyperloop test segment in Ottobrunn/Taufkirchen Technische Universität München The next milestone for the Technical University of Munich (TUM) Hyperloop research program has been achieved. The groundbreaking for the 24-meter-long TUM Hyperloop test segment took place on Septem...